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F33 WJX

1989 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 2173cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,616 mi
Last recorded87,616 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2009
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF33 WJX
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,173cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2009 87,616 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 87,246 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 87,246 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?

Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
2,324
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 624
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 464
brake binding 455
parking brake recording little or no effort 332
Headlamp aim too low 326
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F33 WJX is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in White with a 2,173cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 54,649 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lotus Esprit fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 624 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F33 WJX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Esprit typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 37 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F33 WJX?

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What year was F33 WJX registered?

F33 WJX is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is F33 WJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F33 WJX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F33 WJX have outstanding finance?

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